Follow these steps for perfect results
chicken thighs
cut into chunks
salt
chili powder
coriander seed
crushed
gingerroot
garlic cloves
Greek yogurt
fenugreek seeds
lime
juice of
mustard oil
oil
cassia stick
green cardamoms
bay leaves
cloves
cumin seed
onion
finely diced
garlic cloves
minced
ginger
minced
cumin seeds
coriander seeds
fresh tomatoes
cashew nuts
salt
turmeric
chili powder
dried fenugreek leaves
double cream
Cut chicken thighs into chunks.
Blend salt, chili powder, crushed coriander seed, gingerroot, garlic, Greek yogurt, fenugreek seeds, and lime juice to create the marinade.
Coat the chicken with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Heat mustard oil in a pan.
Add cassia, cardamom, bay leaves, cloves, and cumin seeds to the hot oil.
Sauté the spices until fragrant.
Add finely diced onion to the pan.
Cook onion gently until golden brown (approximately 20 minutes).
Add salt to taste.
Add turmeric, minced ginger, and minced garlic to the pan.
Pound cumin and coriander seeds.
Stir the pounded seeds and chili powder into the pan.
Add a splash of water to prevent spices from burning.
Puree fresh tomatoes using a blender.
Blend cashew nuts into a powder.
Stir the cashew nut powder into the tomato puree to form a paste.
Add the nut and tomato paste to the sauce in the pan.
Add a little water to the sauce and simmer for 10 minutes, adding more water as needed to achieve desired consistency.
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Place the marinated chicken onto an oven tray and pour the oil over the chicken.
Cook in the oven for 15-25 minutes, until the chicken is slightly charred around the edges.
Add the cooked chicken to the sauce.
Stir to combine the chicken and sauce.
Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
Add dried fenugreek leaves to the sauce.
Pour in double cream and stir.
Remove the pan from the heat.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Marinate chicken overnight for enhanced flavor.
Adjust spice levels according to preference.
Serve with rice or naan bread.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Chicken can be marinated ahead of time.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander and a swirl of cream. Can be plated in a bowl or on a plate alongside rice/naan.
Serve with basmati rice.
Serve with naan bread.
Serve with raita (yogurt dip).
Complements the spices.
Aromatic wine that pairs well with Indian cuisine.
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